As I said in the last post, we’re inching toward a working machine. The photo below shows the machine assembled completely. From left to right across the photo: the yarn feeder arm and wire feed assembly, then the spindle on the 12P gear, then the central wheel, then the crank wheel. 242 more words

Walked into a local thrift store looking yesterday and saw this! Thinking to myself, “Is this an antique yarn winder?” I checked the item over. Looking at the constructing, including square nails, I knew it was old and had to have it! 356 more words

Like most crocheters, I have amassed quite a significant amount of yarn in varying colours and weights. Whilst this is a good thing in one respect, it is no good for my bank balance, or the already limited storage space I have in my house. 602 more words